You've done it! You've taken the first important step on your road to a new exciting career.
You're going to receive a call from one of our career advisors who can answer any questions you might have, but in the meantime take a look at our career guide — it's jam packed full of really useful information!
Everyone who joins the My Four Wheels team benefit s from nothing to pay for the first 2 weeks of their franchise, 2 FREE driving school weeks per year thereafter, the ability to earn an extra 2 FREE franchise weeks for good performance and also have the option of either £400 cash back every year or £10 reduced from their fees for franchise contributions.
The below matrix is based on our most popular franchise with a nearly new car, an average lesson rate of £32 and the driving instructor taking a reduced £10 weekly fee for insurance contributions.
| Hours per week | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| YEAR 1 | 24 | 32 | 40 |
| Fees from pupils | +£768 | +£1024 | +£1280 |
| Franchise fees (inc car) | -£210 | -£210 | -£210 |
| Fuel spend | -£65 | -£90 | -£115 |
| Car insurance | -£10 | -£10 | -£10 |
| Weekly income | £483 | £714 | £945 |
| Hours per week | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| YEAR 2 & 3 | 24 | 32 | 40 |
| Fees from pupils | +£768 | +£1024 | +£1280 |
| Franchise fees | -£190 | -£190 | -£190 |
| Fuel spend | -£65 | -£90 | -£115 |
| Car insurance | -£10 | -£10 | -£10 |
| Weekly income | £503 | £734 | £965 |
Qualify as a driving instructor in Berkeley with the UK's top-rated training provider. Our 20-28 weeks programme has helped hundreds of trainees pass their ADI exams and start teaching in their local area.
Our unique Buddy System pairs you with another trainee for in-car practice in Berkeley. Learn together, support each other, and build confidence faster.
My Four Wheels has trained hundreds of successful ADIs across the UK. Our Berkeley trainees benefit from a programme refined over years of results.
Get 24/7 access to our online training platform with video tutorials, mock tests, lesson plans, and progress tracking — all included in your Berkeley training.
Train at your own pace around your current commitments in Berkeley. Our part-time and intensive training options let you qualify while maintaining your existing job.
Learn from experienced trainers who know the Berkeley test routes and local driving conditions. Their insider knowledge gives you a competitive advantage.
Combine online study through our Academy platform with practical in-car sessions in Berkeley. Learn theory at home and practise skills on the road.
Every learner in Berkeley progresses differently. The best instructors adapt their teaching style to match each student's needs, whether they're nervous beginners or confident drivers needing fine-tuning.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Berkeley develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Every student in Berkeley is different. Working with a variety of personalities requires an open and adaptable mindset. If you enjoy meeting new people and helping them learn, this career is for you.
Being on time for each lesson shows professionalism and respect for your students' time in Berkeley. Punctuality is key to creating a smooth and efficient schedule.
Busy roads in Berkeley can be stressful for learners. Your ability to stay calm and reassuring during challenging driving situations will set you apart as an instructor.
You must have held a full UK driving license (or an approved foreign license) for at least three years.
You cannot have been banned from driving in the last five years and should have no more than six penalty points on your licence.
Your training materials arrive quickly — including your study manual, DVSA reference books, and full access to our online Academy platform for learning in Berkeley.
The Academy is available around the clock. Complete interactive modules, watch instructional videos, and take practice exams whenever suits you.
A dedicated Part 1 specialist is assigned to you in Berkeley. They'll track your progress, answer questions, and ensure you're fully prepared.
Pass both the DVSA Theory Test and Hazard Perception Test, proving you have the knowledge foundation to become an instructor in Berkeley.
You'll refine your driving to DVSA instructor level through structured coaching. This means smooth control, excellent observation, and confident decision-making across Berkeley's roads.
Practise alongside a fellow trainee in Berkeley during 8 hours of paired in-car sessions. Our Buddy System is proven to improve confidence and test readiness.
Track your Part 2 progress, watch driving technique videos, and test yourself with quizzes on the My Four Wheels Academy — available 24/7 to Berkeley trainees.
Pass the DVSA Part 2 exam and prove your driving ability meets the professional standard required to teach in Berkeley.
Learn to structure lessons, give clear feedback, adapt to different learner needs, and manage on-road risk. These are the core skills for instructing in Berkeley.
Practise teaching real driving skills under expert supervision in Berkeley. Combined with online learning, this intensive programme prepares you thoroughly for the final exam.
The My Four Wheels Academy provides Part 3 video demonstrations, lesson planning tools, and mock assessment scenarios to build your confidence as a Berkeley instructor.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 exam and become a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor, ready to teach in Berkeley and beyond.
After passing Part 2, apply for a DVSA Trainee Licence. Start teaching real pupils and earning income in Berkeley while completing Part 3.
Gain invaluable hands-on experience teaching real students in Berkeley under the support of the My Four Wheels team and trainers.
Continue training through the Academy, combining online learning and in-car coaching to refine your instructional skills before your final exam in Berkeley.
Gain real teaching experience, start earning sooner, and complete your training with the confidence of a working instructor in Berkeley.
Book quality driving lessons in Berkeley with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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